Delaware Land-Based Casinos Report Combined Revenue of $34.4 Million for Early September 2026

Delaware’s three land-based casinos generated a combined $34.4 million in net casino revenue during the period from September 1 through September 28 in 2026, and this total reflects a 5.4% decrease compared with the same stretch in the previous year. Video lottery terminals accounted for the bulk of that figure at $30.8 million while table games added $3.59 million, and both segments posted year-over-year drops of 4.7% and 11.3% respectively.

Breakdown of Game Categories

Video lottery terminals produced the majority of revenue during the 28-day window, yet their contribution fell slightly from the prior year as operators navigated typical seasonal patterns in visitor traffic. Table games meanwhile showed a steeper percentage decline, which observers note often occurs when high-limit play volume shifts across a shorter reporting period. The combined results cover Delaware Park, Bally’s Dover, and Harrington Raceway & Casino, and the figures come from data compiled by the Delaware Lottery for that specific timeframe.

Individual Casino Performance

Delaware Park led the market with $15.2 million in net revenue, a result that remained essentially flat compared with the year-earlier period. Bally’s Dover experienced the largest decline among teh three properties at 10%, while Harrington Raceway & Casino contributed the remaining portion of the statewide total. These outcomes illustrate how each venue’s mix of video lottery terminals and table games responded differently to the same 28-day window in 2026.

Context Within the Reporting Cycle

The September 1–28 period precedes the final days of the month, and operators often release preliminary tallies before full-month data becomes available in early October 2026. Those who follow these monthly releases understand that the 28-day snapshot captures the bulk of activity yet leaves room for minor adjustments once the complete calendar month closes. Data from the same source also tracks year-over-year comparisons, which helps place the 5.4% overall drop in perspective against prior September results.

Revenue from video lottery terminals at $30.8 million represented the primary driver, while table games at $3.59 million reflected softer play in that category. The percentage changes align with patterns seen when comparing similar 28-day stretches across multiple years, and analysts continue to monitor whether the early-October release of full-month numbers will show any variance from these preliminary totals.

Year-over-Year Trends

Compared with September 2025, the three properties together posted lower net revenue across both major categories. Delaware Park maintained stability at $15.2 million, which suggests its customer base and product mix held steady even as statewide totals declined. Bally’s Dover’s 10% drop stands out as the most pronounced movement among the group, and Harrington Raceway & Casino filled the balance of the market share. These specific outcomes appear in the September 2026 casino revenue report published by the Delaware Lottery.

Conclusion

The 28-day revenue figures for Delaware’s land-based casinos provide a clear snapshot of performance through late September 2026, and the data shows a modest overall decline driven by both video lottery terminals and table games. Individual property results varied, with Delaware Park holding even while Bally’s Dover posted the largest percentage drop. As October 2026 progresses, stakeholders will watch the next full-month release to determine whether the trends observed in this period continue or shift as the calendar turns.